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About Me

Dr. April Frater is a primary care physician with clinical interests in women’s health (annual exams, intrauterine devices [IUD] and Nexplanon insertion), obesity medicine, management of anxiety and depression in all ages and dermatology. She holds a professional membership with the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Frater’s approach to caring for patients is to treat them how she would want her family to be treated. She feels it is very important to listen and take time with patients in order to help them live their best lives.

Outside of work, Dr. Frater enjoys travelling (especially home to Canada to see her family), fishing and gardening.

Education

Residency:
University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences, Tuscaloosa, AL

Medical School:
University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts, West Indies

Board Certifications

Diplomate, American Board of Family Medicine

Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.94 out of 5

(522 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

105 Reviews

06/29/2026

I moved to NC a year ago and a neighbor referred me to Dr. April Frater as I was not pleased with the physician or office that I started with when I first moved to
NC. Dr. Frater has listened and helped me with newly diagnosed diseases and treatments

06/29/2026

Dr Frater is one of the best physicians that I have ever seen. I can’t say enough good things about her.

06/27/2026

She made me feel like she cared about me.

06/26/2026

All things there working excellent

06/18/2026

Dr Frater and staff were beyond excellent, I am extremely fortunate and grateful to have found them all for my medical care!

06/18/2026

Dr. Frater is competent and listens well. She looked into the issue for me.

06/18/2026

Because Dr. Frater is the the best and she seems to truly enjoy helping people.

06/17/2026

Kindness

06/13/2026

The dr listens carefully and makes recommendations. She told me anything that she had concerns about during my visit.

06/10/2026

Never had a better experience

06/06/2026

Terrific group

06/05/2026

Dr. Frater is great. kind, funny and real. Super happy she is my primary Dr.

05/27/2026

Dr. Frater and her staff took their time w/ my concerns.

05/20/2026

She took her time with me to go over my concerns and examined my area of concern. Then she gave me excellent feedback.

05/16/2026

She was exactly the type of doctor I was looking for. Compassionate and thorough

05/02/2026

I appreciated that the time was taken to listen to my issues and concerns and everything was addressed. A plan was set and everything was easy to follow.

05/02/2026

Professional

04/29/2026

She is down to earth, a good listener, she took her time and is streamlining all my medication so I don’t have to see a bunch of specialists

04/27/2026

Because dr frater and her staff deserve a high rating

04/26/2026

Very friendly

04/23/2026

Very attentive and answered all my questions.

04/23/2026

She know a lot and is very intelligent

04/23/2026

They care about your health

04/12/2026

Dr freder was efficient and on time and I didn't have to wait forever and she was very good and explained everything thank you

04/11/2026

She is nice, she is always trying to help and she know what she do

04/09/2026

Attentive and knowledgeable

04/08/2026

Knowledgeable, kind, listened

04/01/2026

Nice facilities, friendly staff, convenient

03/31/2026

Very caring people

03/30/2026

She is kind, caring and very thorough

03/28/2026

Dr. Frater listened to me and followed through by sending me to the Specialists that could help me.

03/24/2026

She was very compassionate and understanding. She truly understood my concerns.

03/24/2026

She listens!

03/21/2026

She is an excellent physician who listened to me, showed patience and genuine interest in helping me with my care needs.

03/21/2026

Very empathetic, listens well, provides great advice.

03/19/2026

The facility and associates were so professional and understanding.

03/18/2026

My experience, Dr. Frater is a great doctor because she listens to my concerns and she has knowledge and professionalism to do a great job.

03/17/2026

She knows patient history, she responds to needs and is concerned about overall care plan.

03/17/2026

She listens to needs and responds quickly

03/15/2026

She listens to me. She tells me the way I can understand. She cares

03/15/2026

Very professional

03/14/2026

Approachable, great listening skills, professional, interested in my health.

03/11/2026

I trust Dr. Frater, It doesn’t feel like she is trying to sell me something.

03/11/2026

Listens to your concerns

03/11/2026

Dr. Frater is a very good doctor

03/10/2026

Dr Frater is the best.

03/05/2026

Dr. Frater’s completely amazing and knowledgeable

03/04/2026

Very knowledgeable

02/28/2026

Dr Frater is kind and easy to talk to and explains the reasoning behind decisions and suggestions to my care.

02/25/2026

Dr Frater is excellent. Also, everyone I encountered from the front desk, the tech, to the person who did the follow up lab work were very professional and seemed kind and caring.

02/21/2026

She was easy to talk to and took control of my care.

02/19/2026

Knowledgeable about my concern. Listened to my concerns

02/15/2026

Dr Frater is just the best! She listens well, is very thorough and knowledgeable.

02/14/2026

Listened and addressed every concern of mine.

02/12/2026

Thorough calm knowledgeable demeanor

02/10/2026

I’m getting cared that I’ve never gotten before. Everybody is nice and caring and wonderful. I’m grateful for all of you. I’m grateful to have a doctor that I need.

02/09/2026

Because, My visit was worth the trip, please with everything they did, Amen for the staff at wakemed

01/31/2026

Professional

01/21/2026

One of the most knowledgeable and kindest orthopedic doctors and assistance.

01/18/2026

Awesome all the way around

01/15/2026

Dr Frater is outstanding. She is competent and a good communicator.

01/11/2026

Overall amazing team. Grateful.

01/10/2026

Completely satisfied!

01/10/2026

Fantastic experience with great professionalism and efficiency.

01/08/2026

Very Impressed With The Facility

12/31/2025

Dr Frater and Nicola listened well

12/18/2025

I have not been disappointed in any of my interactions with this location or the doctor I feel heard and helped

11/04/2025

Dr. Frater is wonderful! She always listens attentively and ensures that all my needs are met.

10/31/2025

She was personable and professional and asked insightful questions. I felt she listened to me and truly looked at my chart.

10/31/2025

I felt like a patient not a paycheck.

10/25/2025

Very professional

10/18/2025

Good conversation and any questions I have are answered. I am listened to.

10/08/2025

She is the best primary doctor. She is knowledgeable, listens and truly cares

09/27/2025

Everyone made me feel calm and heard.

09/24/2025

Dr. Frater listens and explains things very well.

09/23/2025

She was very thorough and caring, and she listened to all my concerns.

09/23/2025

Everyone was very professional and polite.

09/17/2025

Dr. Frater is knowledgeable and patient

09/17/2025

Dr. Frater listened and provided the medical attention that I needed.

09/16/2025

Dr. Frater took the time to listen to me and did a very thorough assessment. I did not feel rushed or like I was just another item on the list for the day - she truly had a personalized conversation with me and took the time to go through everything that was happening and answer all my questions. Her bedside manner was stellar.

09/16/2025

Dr. Frater is very kind, soft spoken and listen carefully everything.

09/12/2025

She is a great Doctor, I am so thankful to have found her

09/12/2025

She is a great physician. She takes time to listen and is very knowledgeable. I trust her with my care

09/12/2025

Listened to my concerns, responded with good information.

09/11/2025

Knowledgeable and compassionate

09/10/2025

Dr. Frater is kind, thorough, she listens to your concerns, and follows-up with you. I love that she uses the messenger in My Chart.

09/09/2025

Dr Frater is compassionate understanding and very knowledgeable and precise to the diagnosis as well as the best remedy for my ailment. I could not ask for a better doctor

09/08/2025

Dr. Frater answered all of my questions and provide multiple options for me to consider.

09/08/2025

Everyone at the office is very kind and attentive.

09/05/2025

Knowledgeable, listened, answered questions, gave me the time I needed

09/04/2025

They were thorough, quick and efficient

08/30/2025

Doctor Frater is caring, made me feel comfortable

08/30/2025

She lowered my A1C from 11.4 to 5.8. Dr frater care is really good, answers all my questions and I d recommend her to all my friends and family

08/27/2025

Dr.?Frater is a great doctor! She listens to me and really takes her time with me

08/23/2025

Dr. Frater provides excellent care. She listens attentively and follows through on everything we discuss.

08/22/2025

Dr. Frater, Great doctor,really cares and listen to what you say.

08/19/2025

Because Dr. April Frater is a fantastic doctor!

08/15/2025

Very kind

08/15/2025

Dr. Frater was amazing, she answered all my questions.

08/13/2025

She is very personable. Listens and addresses your concerns. Doesn’t rush you.

08/08/2025

She listened and explained everything to me in a clear manner

08/04/2025

I’ve already referred her to others

07/26/2025

Dr. Frater is kind and understanding with a wonderful bedside manner. She listens

07/26/2025

Dr. Frater listens and provides options that are appropriate for your needs. She and her assistant are efficient, kind, and knowledgeable.

07/25/2025

I like my Doctor, she seems to care and give helpful information.
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